How Does Thyroid Hormone Affect Heat Production

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Multiple Choice

How does thyroid hormone affect heat production?

• A) It causes shivering, which increases warmth.
• B) It stimulates metabolism, which increases warmth.
• C) It promotes the secretion of catecholamines, which dilates blood vessels and, therefore, increases warmth.
• D) It increases the heart rate, which promotes circulation to increase warmth.

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